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The Laser 200 is a classic American single-seat aerobatic aircraft designed by Leo Loudenslager. First flown in 1971, it gained prominence through its success in competitive aerobatics, notably winning the 1980 World Aerobatic Championship. It remains a popular choice for pilots seeking a responsive and capable monoplane for training and competition within the sport of acrobatics.
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Laser 200 ranks #60 of 699 in the Acrobatics ranking, behind Eurotramp Trampoline Track Vario, ahead of Aviat Pitts S-1S.
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Who designed the Laser 200 aerobatic aircraft?
The Laser 200 was designed by American pilot Leo Loudenslager, who began modifying a Stephens Akro aircraft in the early 1970s. He flew this highly customized plane to win the World Aerobatic Championship in 1980.
What kind of engine powers the Laser 200?
The Laser 200 is typically equipped with a highly modified Lycoming IO-360 engine that produces around 200 horsepower. This immense power-to-weight ratio allows the aircraft to perform extreme vertical climbs and rapid tumbles.
How did the Laser 200 influence modern aerobatic planes?
The Laser 200's success directly inspired the creation of the Extra 200 and Extra 300 series of aircraft. Walter Extra took the lightweight, high-power aerobatic concepts pioneered by Loudenslager's Laser and commercialized them into modern composite airplanes.
Where can I see a Laser 200 today?
Original Laser 200 aircraft are rare, but you can occasionally see them at major aviation museums or vintage aerobatic airshows in the United States. The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum has maintained historical documentation regarding Loudenslager's championship flights.
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